Unmanned Naval Systems

Royal Australian Navy autonomous patrol boat completes acceptance trials

Sentinel, a remote and autonomously operated vessel of the Royal Australian Navy

Austal Australia has successfully completed sea acceptance trials, including endurance trials, of Sentinel, a remote and autonomously operated vessel of the Royal Australian Navy. The trials consisted of a series of remote and autonomous navigation events conducted off the Western Australian coastline during March and April 2024. Greenroom Robotics’ proprietary maritime autonomy software was used […]

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US firm unveils new AUV for Royal Australian Navy

The prototype Ghost Shark extra large autonomous underwater vehicle

US-based defence technology company Anduril Industries has completed construction of the first example of the Ghost Shark extra large autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) ordered by the Australian Department of Defence (DOD). The AUV is the first of three that will be built under an initial AU$140...

https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/maritime-security-world/unmanned-systems/us-firm-unveils-new-auv-for-royal-australian-navy/

US marine robotics firm unveils multi-role USV

Rendering of Selkie 7, Sea Machines Robotics' new seven-metre, multi-role USV

US marine robotics company Sea Machines Robotics has unveiled a new model of unmanned surface vehicle (USV) capable of operating in various industries. The 22.9-foot (seven-metre) craft is fitted with Sea Machines’ proprietary autonomous command and control system and can be used for duties...

https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/specialised-fields/unmanned-craft-non-naval/us-marine-robotics-firm-unveils-multi-role-usv/

US boatbuilder unveils autonomous amphibious craft for military use

Metal Shark Boats' new 30-foot autonomous amphibious vehicle

Louisiana-based boatbuilder Metal Shark Boats has unveiled a new type of autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) with amphibious and semi-submersible navigation capability. Metal Shark said the ASV combines multiple technologies to meet the current and near-future warfighting requirements of the US military and its allies. Merging autonomous, amphibious, and semi-submersible capabilities with the performance and seakeeping […]

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Maritime attack drone delivered to US Defense Department

Maritime Tactical Systems' newest 5.5-metre ASV for maritime attack missions

A new type of autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) designed for maritime attack missions was recently procured by the US Department of Defense (DOD). Built by Florida-based unmanned systems specialist Maritime Tactical Systems (MARTAC), the 18-foot (5.5-metre) ASV was designed as a low-cost, attritable...

https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/maritime-security-world/unmanned-systems/maritime-attack-drone-delivered-to-us-defense-department/

Belgian Armed Forces acquires multi-role ROVs

An Exail ROV for mine disposal and other naval missions

The Belgian Armed Forces has taken delivery of six new remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) built by French maritime robotics company Exail. The craft will be used by the Belgian Navy for inspection and disposal of underwater explosive ordnance as well as safeguarding of harbours, coastal areas,...

https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/specialised-fields/unmanned-craft-non-naval/belgian-armed-forces-acquires-multi-role-rovs/

Partnership to develop autonomous boats for littoral security missions

A Kraken 7.5-metre unmanned surface vehicle

UK-based unmanned systems specialist the Kraken Technology Group and software company Auterion have formed a partnership with the aim of developing autonomous capabilities for use in maritime security vessels optimised for littoral waters. The partnership is focused around the development and implementation of modular, low-cost autonomy software and unmanned vehicle systems for the maritime domain. […]

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Large USV to undergo operational trials with US Navy

Austal USA has launched a new large unmanned surface vehicle (USV) designed for ocean mapping and maritime domain awareness missions. The 65-foot (20-metre) USV was developed by unmanned systems specialist Saildrone. The vessel is powered by wind energy, solar energy, and a diesel generator for...

https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/maritime-security-world/unmanned-systems/large-usv-to-undergo-operational-trials-with-us-navy/

Yemen’s Houthi rebels employ drone boat in latest Red Sea shipping attack

Yemen’s Houthi militia employed a one-way attack unmanned surface vessel (USV) against international shipping lanes in the Red Sea on Thursday, January 4, the commander of US Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) said in a subsequent press briefing. NAVCENT commander Vice Admiral Brad Cooper said...

https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/maritime-security-world/unmanned-systems/yemens-houthi-rebels-employ-drone-boat-in-latest-red-sea-shipping-attack/

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